LEARNING
LEARNING PRINCIPLES AND APPLICATIONS
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Question
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Which of the following is an example of an unpredictable reinforcement schedule?
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variable interval
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continuous
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fixed ratio
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fixed interval
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Your Employer Checking Your Work: Does your boss drop by your office a few times throughout the day to check your progress? This is an example of a variable-interval schedule. These check-ins occur at unpredictable times, so you never know when they might happen.
Detailed explanation-2: -Variable Interval: In variable interval (VI) schedule, the first behavior is reinforced after an average amount of time has passed. Example: You provide Jane praise (“good job”) the first time she says “please” after about every 55, 60 or 65 minutes.
Detailed explanation-3: -Examples of interval variables include: temperature (Farenheit), temperature (Celcius), pH, SAT score (200-800), credit score (300-850).
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